28 Womens Hairstyles: My Hairstyle Woman — Gallery & Pro Tips

Hi, I’m Lena — a salon stylist with over 10 years’ experience creating looks that suit real life. In this post I’m sharing a curated gallery of 28 women’s hairstyles, from pixie cuts and blunt bobs to layered long hair, textured shags, soft curls, and elegant updos. Each image represents a style I’ve cut or styled in the chair, and I’ve included quick notes on who will suit each look: face-shape considerations, hair texture compatibility, and lifestyle-friendly variations. Expect practical styling tips — which tools and products to use, simple at-home routines, and maintenance timelines to keep your cut and color looking salon-fresh. Whether you’re after low-maintenance texture, a dramatic change, or a polished everyday style, these 28 looks offer inspiration and realistic steps to get there. Use the gallery to find the closest match, then adapt the details with your stylist for a personalized result.

Textured Romantic Updo with Soft Face-Framing Pieces for Red or Copper Hair

This voluminous, textured updo suits medium to thick hair and works well on shoulder-length to long hair. Fine hair can achieve the same look with light-density padding or root-volumizing products. Start on dry hair: apply heat protector and a volumizing mousse at the roots, rough-dry, then create soft waves with a 1–1.25 curling wand to add body. Section the crown, lightly backcomb for lift, and sculpt loose twists and loops, pinning each section with U-pins and bobby pins into a low-to-mid bun—leave a few face-framing strands out for softness. Finish with a texturizing spray to add grip and a medium-hold hairspray to set the shape without stiffness; a tiny amount of shine serum on ends keeps pieces polished. Tools needed: curling wand, teasing brush or comb, sectioning clips, bobby/U-pins, elastic, and a fine mist hairspray. Difficulty: intermediate — achievable at home with practice; book a stylist for tighter timing or special occasions. Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely wrap in a silk scarf, refresh with dry shampoo and quick pinning of loose sections, and carry extra pins and a travel spray for touch-ups.

Textured Messy Topknot with Curtain Bangs

Suitable for fine-to-medium and medium-thick hair, this relaxed topknot with curtain bangs flatters straight-to-wavy textures and can be adapted for thicker or coarser hair by using extra pins. Start on second-day hair or towel-dried hair misted with sea-salt or texture spray. Apply a light heat protectant and quickly rough-dry while using fingers to lift the roots. Create volume by backcombing the crown lightly, gather hair into a high pony with a soft elastic, twist loosely and pin into a messy bun, allowing small strands to escape for softness. Leave curtain bangs or soft fringe to frame the face; use a small-barrel curling iron for gentle bends if needed. Tools: hair elastic, bobby/pins, round brush (optional), teasing brush, small curling iron. Products: texturizing/sea-salt spray, light hold hairspray, dry shampoo, smoothing serum for flyaways, heat protectant. Difficulty: easy–medium — quick to execute but requires styling sense for balance. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo and texture spray, re-pin loose pieces, trim bangs every 6–8 weeks, and deep-condition weekly to preserve shine.

Textured Tousled Pixie — Short Layered Red Hair with Voluminous Top

This short, textured pixie is ideal for fine to medium hair and works beautifully on natural waves or loose curls; thick hair can wear it with extra internal layering to remove bulk. The cutting technique uses short tapered sides and a longer, heavily layered crown cut with point-cutting or texturizing shears to create movement and soft, separated ends. For styling, towel-dry and apply a lightweight volumizing mousse or root booster, then rough-dry with a diffuser or blow-dryer while lifting the crown with your fingers or a small round brush. Create a few loose bends with a 3/4–1 curling wand or a flat iron for piecey definition, then break them up with sea-salt/texturizing spray. Finish by shaping with a pea-sized amount of matte paste or wax at the roots and ends and lock with a flexible-hold hairspray. Tools: blow-dryer with diffuser, round brush, curling wand, texturizing shears. Products: heat protectant, mousse, sea-salt spray, matte wax, flexible hairspray, dry shampoo. Difficulty: moderate — requires basic heat skills and product control. Maintenance: trims every 4–6 weeks, sulfate-free products for red tones, weekly deep conditioning, and refresh daily with water + texture spray or dry shampoo.

Long Beachy Waves with Face-Framing Layers

Salon-ready long beachy waves with soft face‑framing layers suit fine, medium and thick hair, especially natural wavy textures. For straighter hair, start with a light volumizing mousse to add grip. Begin on towel-dried, detangled hair: apply heat protectant and a sea-salt or texturizing spray, then blow-dry with a diffuser or rough-dry using fingers while lifting at the roots. Section hair into 2–3 panels and wrap mid-lengths to ends around a 1–1.25 curling wand, alternating direction and leaving the last 1–2 out for a lived-in finish. Cool completely, then gently finger-comb or use a wide-tooth comb to separate waves. Finish with a light texturizing spray for movement and a small amount of lightweight oil on ends for shine. Tools: blow dryer with diffuser, 1–1.25 curling wand, sectioning clips, wide-tooth comb and paddle brush. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root lifter, sea-salt/texturizing spray, flexible-hold hairspray, and an argan/shine serum. Difficulty: easy–intermediate (20–35 minutes). Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo, sleep on a silk pillowcase or in a loose braid, touch up front pieces as needed, and trim every 8–12 weeks to keep ends healthy.

Textured Tousled Pixie Cut with Layered Fringe and Volume

Perfect for fine to medium hair and natural waves, this textured, tousled pixie uses short layered lengths and a choppy fringe to create movement and lift. Technique: start with towel-damp hair, apply a small amount of volumizing mousse at the roots and a light sea-salt spray through the lengths. Blow-dry with a nozzle while lifting at the roots using fingers or a small round brush for crown volume; use a diffuser if hair is curly. For definition, wrap select front and top pieces around a 3/4 curling wand or use a flat iron to flick ends and create separated pieces. Finish by working a pea-sized matte paste or wax through the mid-lengths and ends to define texture, then mist with a flexible-hold hairspray. Tools: blow dryer with nozzle/diffuser, 3/4 curling wand or flat iron, 1 round brush, wide-tooth comb. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse, sea-salt spray, matte paste, light hairspray, dry shampoo for second-day lift. Difficulty: easy to moderate for daily styling; ask a stylist for precision layering. Maintenance: trim every 4–6 weeks, deep-condition monthly, refresh with dry shampoo or water/sea-salt mix, and avoid heavy oils that flatten the shape.

Textured Choppy Short Bob with Wispy Fringe

This modern, voluminous short bob with choppy layers and a wispy, face-framing fringe suits fine to medium hair that needs lift, and also works on thicker hair when weight is removed with texturizing. Best for straight to softly wavy textures; very tight curls require a different cutting approach. The salon technique: create a short, graduated bob with stacked back and long, razored point-cut layers through the crown to build movement; finish the fringe with soft point cutting for a broken edge. Styling: blow-dry with a round brush for shape at the roots or diffuse for natural waves, then piece out sections with a small flat iron or 20–25mm barrel to create soft flicks. Tools needed: professional shears, thinning shears/razor, round brush, blow dryer, diffuser, small flat iron or curling wand, clips. Products: root-lifting spray or mousse, heat protectant, sea-salt or texture spray, light paste or matte clay, and flexible hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — precise cut requires a stylist; daily styling is quick. Maintenance: trims every 6–8 weeks, use lightweight conditioner to avoid weighing down, refresh with dry shampoo, and avoid heavy oils at the roots.

Textured Messy Updo with Curtain Bangs and Face‑Framing Pieces

This look suits fine to medium hair that needs lift, and works equally well on naturally wavy or relaxed curly hair; very thick hair can wear it too but will require stronger pins and more holding product. Start on towel‑dried hair with a heat protectant and a volumizing mousse at the roots. Blow‑dry using a round brush to shape the curtain bangs and lift the crown, then create loose texture with a 1″ curling wand or iron by alternating direction and leaving ends slightly undone. Lightly backcomb the crown for height, gather hair into a low, messy pony or loose chignon and secure with an elastic and bobby pins, pulling small pieces out to soften the silhouette. Tools: blow dryer, round brush, 1″ curling iron/wand, teasing comb, elastics, bobby pins. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or spray, texturizing/salt spray, light pomade for piece definition, medium‑hold hairspray and a touch of shine serum. Difficulty: moderate — basic curling and pinning skills required. Maintenance: refresh texture with dry shampoo and salt spray, trim bangs every 4–6 weeks, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or in a loose braid to preserve shape.

Soft Textured Low Updo with Face‑Framing Tendrils

This soft textured low updo with face‑framing tendrils is ideal for medium to thick hair and for wavy or relaxed-curly textures; fine hair can also wear it when prepped with volume-enhancing products. Create loose volume at the crown with root lift, then gather hair into a low, loosely pinned chignon, allowing soft sections to twist and bend to form textured loops. Leave a few curtain pieces at the front to frame the face. Tools: 1–1.25 curling iron or hot rollers, teasing brush, tail comb, sectioning clips, varied-length bobby pins and medium hair elastics. Products: sea-salt spray or texturizing spray, light volumizing mousse, medium-hold hairspray, smoothing oil for ends, and a heat protectant. Technique: prep damp hair with mousse, diffuse or air-dry to enhance natural wave, add curls with an iron for shape, lightly backcomb crown for lift, loosely pin twisted sections into a low bun, and tug pieces for softness. Finish with flexible hold spray and a small dab of oil on ends. Difficulty: intermediate — requires basic curling and pinning skills. Maintenance: refresh texture with dry shampoo or mist and re-pin loose pieces; sleep on a silk pillowcase and touch up face‑framing waves next day.

Textured Asymmetrical Pixie-Bob with Side‑Swept Waves

This textured asymmetrical pixie-bob works best on fine to medium hair and on naturally wavy hair; straight hair will take the shape with heat styling, while thicker hair benefits from strategic thinning and layering by a stylist. Cut technique: short, graduated layers at the back with longer, side‑swept fringe and razored ends to create movement and airy volume. To style: towel‑dry and apply a lightweight volumizing mousse or root lift, then blow‑dry with a small round brush or diffuser while lifting the roots with your fingers. Add definition by wrapping small sections around a 1 curling iron or by bending pieces with a flat iron for soft waves. Tools needed: blow dryer with nozzle, 1 curling iron or flat iron, small round brush, clips. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root lift, sea‑salt or texturizing spray, light texturizing paste and a flexible hold hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — requires a precise cut from a professional but daily styling is quick. Maintenance: trims every 4–6 weeks, sulfate‑free shampoo, weekly deep condition, refresh with dry shampoo and a fingertip of paste, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to preserve shape.

Textured Tousled Short Bob with Soft Fringe

This short textured bob with soft fringe works best on naturally wavy, loose-curly, or fine-to-medium straight hair that you want to add movement to. The cut uses short graduated layers and point-cut ends to create volume without bulk; texturizing shears or a razor are typically used in-salon to soften the perimeter and fringe. To style: towel-dry then apply a lightweight mousse or curl-enhancing cream from roots to ends. Diffuse on low heat while scrunching to enhance natural waves, or air-dry and define a few pieces with a 1 curling wand for shape. Finish by raking a small amount of sea-salt spray or texturizing paste through the ends and misting with a flexible-hold hairspray. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, 1 curling wand (optional), round brush, and texturizing shears for the cut. Products required: lightweight mousse or leave-in, sea-salt/texturizing spray, light pomade or cream, flexible hairspray. Difficulty: easy–medium — quick daily styling but precise cutting requires a professional. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks, use a gentle shampoo and weekly deep conditioner, refresh shape with water + leave-in or rework with product between washes.

Textured Choppy Pixie with Wispy Fringe — Short Layered Hairstyle

This textured choppy pixie is ideal for fine to medium hair and straight to softly wavy textures—layers add lift at the crown and movement through the fringe for a modern, effortless look. To achieve it, cut short at the nape with graduated layers and point-cut the ends for feathered texture; use a razor or thinning shears sparingly to avoid over-reduction. Styling: towel-dry, apply a lightweight mousse or root-lifting spray, then blow-dry with fingers or a small round brush to direct the fringe. Finish by working a pea-sized amount of matte texturizing paste through the ends and tousling for separation; lock with a light flexible hairspray. Tools needed: professional scissors, thinning shears or razor, blow-dryer with nozzle, small round brush, and a fine-tooth comb. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray, matte paste or wax, and flexible hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate — precise cutting skills required in salon; daily styling is quick. Maintenance tips: trim every 4–6 weeks to keep shape, use a weekly deep conditioner to preserve shine, and refresh between washes with dry shampoo or light texturizer.

Voluminous Textured Pouf Updo — Vintage-Inspired Curly/Wavy Updo

This voluminous pouf updo suits medium to long hair and works best on wavy, curly, or textured straight hair. Fine hair can achieve the same lift with a small padding insert or clip-in extensions; very thick hair should be worked in smaller sections. Start by prepping with a volumizing mousse and heat protectant on damp hair, then blow-dry with a round brush or diffuser to build body. Create a deep front section for the pouf, backcomb the roots lightly, smooth over with a wide-tooth comb and pin into place. Curl remaining lengths with a 1–1.25 curling iron or wand for texture, gather hair into a loose, messy bun at the crown, and secure with strong bobby pins (insert in an X for extra hold). Tools needed: blow dryer, round brush, tail comb, teasing brush, curling iron, sectioning clips, bobby pins, elastic. Products required: volumizing mousse, heat protectant, texturizing spray or dry shampoo, strong-hold hairspray and a light shine serum. Difficulty: moderate — expect 20–40 minutes. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo, re-pin any loose pieces, avoid humidity, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely wrap to preserve shape.

Textured Curly High Messy Bun with Face‑Framing Tendrils

Suitability: Works best on naturally wavy to curly hair (2A–3C) and medium to fine textured hair that has been chemically lightened; straighter hair can achieve the look with heat styling. Styling technique: Start on towel‑dried hair—apply a lightweight mousse or sea‑salt spray and heat protectant. Rough‑dry while scrunching to enhance natural texture. If needed, use a 1–inch curling wand to create loose, irregular ringlets. Gather hair to a high pony, twist into a loose bun and secure with an elastic and strategically placed bobby pins, allowing curl ends to pop out for a messy finish. Pull out a few face‑framing tendrils and loosen the crown for lift. Tools needed: hairdryer with diffuser, 1‑inch curling wand, elastic, bobby pins, wide‑tooth comb or detangler. Products required: heat protectant, light mousse or sea‑salt spray, texturizing spray, flexible‑hold hairspray, dry shampoo. Difficulty level: Easy–Medium — approachable for beginners with basic curling experience. Maintenance tips: Sleep on a silk pillowcase, refresh with dry shampoo and mist of salt spray, and rewrap or repin the bun overnight. Deep‑condition weekly to counteract dryness from bleaching and heat.

Textured Fishtail Braid Updo with Soft Face‑Framing Tendrils

Suitability: Best on medium to long hair; ideal for straight to wavy textures. Fine hair can achieve the look with light padding or clip‑in extensions; very curly hair should be smoothed slightly for the fishtail to sit neatly. Styling technique: Start on second‑day hair or apply dry shampoo/texturizer to add grip. Section a crown panel and backcomb lightly for lift. Gather hair at the nape and create a loose fishtail braid, pulling gently on each side to pancake for volume. Tuck and pin the tail under the braid to form an updo silhouette. Leave a few face‑framing strands and use a 1 curling iron to add soft bends for a lived‑in finish. Finish by teasing the crown subtly and pulling small sections out for texture. Tools & products: tail comb, sectioning clips, small clear elastics, bobby pins, 1 curling iron, dry shampoo/texturizing spray, heat protectant, light‑to‑medium hold hairspray, lightweight shine serum. Difficulty & maintenance: Intermediate (20–35 minutes). Refresh with dry shampoo, re‑pin loose pieces, and touch up tendrils with a curling iron. Sleep on a silk pillowcase and avoid heavy oils at the roots to preserve texture.

Textured Braided Updo with Loose Face‑Framing Tendrils

This relaxed braided updo with soft, face‑framing tendrils suits medium to thick hair best and translates beautifully on natural waves or straight hair that’s been pre‑texturized. Fine hair can achieve comparable volume by using a volumizing mousse and dry shampoo or a small padding insert at the crown. Technique: create a deep side part, work a French/Dutch braid along the hairline toward the crown, then gather remaining hair into a low, messy bun; gently pancake the braid for width and pull out a few tendrils around the face for a lived‑in finish. Tools needed: tail comb, sectioning clips, small elastics, bobby pins, 1

Textured Curly Pixie with Copper Face‑Framing Highlights

This tapered, layered pixie is ideal for fine-to-medium density hair with natural waves or loose curls; it can be adapted for thicker textures by adding internal thinning. The look relies on a shorter nape and sides with longer, textured top pieces and copper face-framing highlights to enhance movement and depth. Styling technique: start on damp hair, apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner and a curl-defining cream or mousse through mid-lengths and ends. Diffuse on low heat while scrunching to build volume; use fingers to lift roots and shape the forward pieces. For selective definition, touch up a few strands with a small ¾–1″ curling wand. Tools needed: hair dryer with diffuser, small-barrel curling wand, wide-tooth comb, and cutting shears (for the initial salon cut). Products required: sulfate-free shampoo, leave-in conditioner, curl cream or mousse, light texturizing paste/pomade, and a flexible-hold hairspray plus a weekly deep conditioner. Difficulty level: intermediate — professional cut recommended; daily styling takes 10–20 minutes. Maintenance tips: trim every 4–6 weeks, color refresh every 6–8 weeks, revive curls with a water + curl cream spritz, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce frizz.

Textured Crown Braid Updo for Medium–Thick Hair

This romantic textured crown braid updo works best on medium to long, medium-density to thick hair and on natural waves or loose curls. Start by applying a volumizing mousse at the roots and heat protectant through mid-lengths. Rough-dry for body, then create a deep side part and begin a Dutch (inside-out) crown braid along the hairline, adding hair as you go to build lift. Leave several face-framing pieces out, finish the braid at the nape and tuck into a low, messy bun, securing with bobby pins. Gently pancake the braid for width and texture, and mist with a flexible-hold hairspray. Tools: blow dryer, tail comb, sectioning clips, small elastics, bobby pins, 1

Textured Voluminous Messy Updo with Face‑Framing Pieces

Suitability: Best for medium to thick, long hair; fine hair can achieve the look with padding, clip‑in extensions or extra teasing. Styling technique: Start on dry hair. Apply a root lifter or volumizing mousse to damp roots, blow‑dry with a round brush for lift, then use a 1–1¼ barrel curling iron to add soft bends. Tease the crown gently with a rat‑tail comb to build height, smooth the surface lightly, gather hair into a loose high/low bun and secure with bobby pins, leaving a few face‑framing pieces and wisps for a soft, lived‑in finish. Tools needed: blow dryer, round brush, tail/teasing comb, curling iron, bobby pins, elastic bands, optional hair donut or padding. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root spray, texturizing or sea‑salt spray for grip, light‑to‑medium hold hairspray, smoothing serum for flyaways, dry shampoo for refresh. Difficulty level: Moderate — achievable at home with practice; a stylist will finish cleaner lines and secure structure. Maintenance tips: refresh with dry shampoo and texture spray, retuck loose pins, sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely pin the style, and tone/condition regularly if hair is lightened.

Textured Curly Pixie Cut with Tousled Fringe

A short, textured pixie tailored for natural waves or soft curls, this cut features a tapered nape and longer, choppy top layers that create airy movement and a tousled fringe. Suitability: ideal for fine-to-medium hair with natural texture, relaxed waves or loose curls; straight hair can achieve the look with styling. Cutting technique: clipper/tapered neckline with scissor-over-comb on sides, graduated layering on top and point-cutting or a razor finish to remove bulk and create piecey ends. Tools needed: professional shears, texturizing shears, razor (optional), blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, 1/2 curling wand or small flat iron for refining curls. Products required: lightweight mousse or curl-enhancing cream on damp hair, sea-salt spray for texture, matte paste or clay for definition, flexible-hold hairspray for stay. Difficulty level: moderate—requires a skilled stylist for the initial cut; daily styling takes 5–10 minutes. Maintenance tips: schedule trims every 4–6 weeks to preserve shape, refresh with water and leave-in or curl mist then scrunch, avoid heavy oils that weigh hair down, and use a weekly deep-conditioning mask if chemically treated.

Textured Short Pixie with Wavy Top and Tapered Sides

This modern pixie suits fine to medium hair and hair with a natural wave; straight hair will take the shape with product, while very coarse or tight curls may need longer length on top to achieve the same textured look. Cutting technique: clipper-taper the sides and back for a clean, low-profile silhouette, then use scissor-over-comb and point-cutting on the top to create layers and separation; a razor or thinning shears can add airy movement. Styling technique: work on towel‑dried hair, apply a light mousse or salt spray to encourage texture, blow-dry with fingers or a diffuser while lifting at the roots, then define pieces with a small amount of matte clay or texturizing paste. Tools needed: clippers with guards, professional scissors, thinning shears or razor, blow dryer (diffuser optional), vent or small round brush. Products required: lightweight mousse or sea-salt spray, matte paste/clay, light hairspray, heat protectant. Difficulty: salon cut requires a pro; daily styling is easy–moderate. Maintenance: trims every 4–6 weeks, dry shampoo between washes to preserve shape, monthly deep-conditioning if color-treated, and refresh with water + product on non-wash days.

Tousled Double Braids with Textured Fringe (Messy Boho Braids)

This relaxed boho look pairs a textured, eyebrow-length fringe with two loose, low braids and a soft, tousled crown. Best suited for medium to thick hair and natural waves or loose curls — fine hair can work with volumizing products or lightweight extensions, while very straight hair benefits from a quick wave with a 1–1.25 iron. Technique: start on second-day hair or refresh with dry shampoo; mist a sea-salt or texturizing spray through lengths, backcomb lightly at the crown for lift, leave face-framing layers out, then create two three-strand braids tied loosely at the ends. Pull gently on braid edges to pancake and create volume; secure any crown pieces with bobby pins. Tools needed: wide-tooth comb, teasing brush, elastics, bobby pins, curling iron (optional). Products required: dry shampoo, sea-salt/texturizing spray, light-hold hairspray, smoothing serum for ends and a weekly deep conditioner. Difficulty: easy–medium — basic braiding plus shaping. Maintenance: refresh texture with spray, re-pancake braids daily, trim fringe every 6–8 weeks, and sleep on a silk pillow to reduce frizz.

Braided Crown Textured Low Updo with Soft Face‑Framing Pieces

This braided crown textured low updo suits shoulder‑length to long hair with medium to thick density; fine hair will benefit from light backcombing or a texturizing product, and naturally curly hair can be smoothed slightly or embraced for a more bohemian finish. Technique: prep hair with a root‑lifting mousse and heat protectant, blow‑dry for lift, then create a Dutch or French braid along the front hairline toward the back. Pancake the braid gently for width, gather the remaining hair into a loose low twisted bun and pin discreetly. Pull a few face‑framing strands free and soften with a curling wand if desired. Tools needed: tail comb, sectioning clips, 1

Soft Braided Low Updo with Face‑Framing Layers

This elegant low updo suits fine to medium hair and can be adapted for thicker hair by working in smaller sections. Start on towel-dried hair with a root-lifting mousse or light volumizing spray; blow-dry with a round brush to create smoothness and volume at the crown. Create soft face-framing layers by leaving out 1–2 inch pieces around the hairline. Section the hair and loosely French-braid or twist from the sides toward the nape, then gather into a low braided bun, securing with hair elastics and discreet bobby pins. Gently pancake the braid and pull pieces free for a relaxed, textured finish. Tools needed: blow dryer, round brush, tail comb, 1-inch curling or flat iron (for smoothing/soft bends), elastics, and a mix of long and short bobby pins. Products: heat protectant, light mousse or root lift, salt or texturizing spray, smoothing serum for flyaways, and flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: intermediate (30–45 minutes). Maintenance tips: refresh texture with dry shampoo, re-pin loose strands, avoid heavy oils at the root, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to preserve shape.

Asymmetrical Two‑Tone Wavy Bob — Short Split-Dye Textured Cut

This chin‑length, wavy bob with a bold split‑dye (dark to platinum) flatters fine to medium natural waves, loose curls and straight hair that holds texture. Fine hair benefits from root lift and light layering; thicker hair should be softened with point‑cutting to reduce bulk. Styling technique: start on towel‑dried hair, work a lightweight volumizing mousse through the roots and mid-lengths, then apply a heat protectant. Rough‑dry with a diffuser or use a round brush for lift, then create soft S‑waves with a 1 curling wand or a straightener, alternating directions and leaving the ends slightly undone for movement. Finish by finger‑raking a sea‑salt or texturizing spray and lock shape with a flexible hairspray. Tools needed: blow dryer with diffuser, 1 curling wand or flat iron, sectioning clips and a wide‑tooth comb. Products required: volumizing mousse, heat protectant, texturizing spray, flexible hold hairspray, purple/toning shampoo and a weekly deep conditioner for the bleached side. Difficulty: moderate — quick to style daily but high color upkeep. Maintenance tips: trims every 6–8 weeks, platinum toning every 4–6 weeks, use bond‑builders when lightening, avoid excessive heat and sleep on a silk pillowcase to preserve tone and texture.

Textured Messy Top Knot with Blunt Fringe — Tousled Updo for Wavy Hair

Perfect for medium-length wavy or curly hair, this textured messy top knot paired with blunt, wispy bangs gives a relaxed yet polished look. Start on towel-dried hair with a volumizing mousse through roots and a sea-salt texturizing spray mid-lengths to ends. Rough-dry with a diffuser or air-dry while scrunching to enhance natural wave. Create volume at the crown by lightly backcombing the roots, gather hair into a high ponytail and twist loosely into a bun, securing with an elastic and strategically placed bobby pins — leave a few face-framing tendrils out. If bangs are longer, smooth them with a round brush and blow dryer or quick pass with a flat iron to control frizz while keeping softness. Tools: blow dryer with diffuser, round brush, 1 curling iron or flat iron, tail comb, elastics and pins. Products: volumizing mousse or spray, sea-salt/texturizing spray, light-hold hairspray, smoothing serum for shine and dry shampoo for second-day refresh. Difficulty: easy–medium. Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase, refresh with dry shampoo and a few pins, trim bangs every 4–6 weeks, and deep-condition weekly.

Textured Crown Braid Updo with Soft Face‑Framing Tendrils

This romantic crown braid updo suits fine to medium-thick hair at shoulder length or longer; thick hair can be thinned or sectioned for manageability, and slightly wavy textures hold shape best. Start on dry, freshly textured hair: mist with salt or texturizing spray, part and begin a Dutch/French braid along the hairline across the crown, incorporating hair evenly. Pancake the braid by gently pulling outer loops for volume, secure ends with a small elastic, then tuck and pin the tail under the crown with bobby pins. Pull a few face‑framing strands free and soft‑curl them for a lived‑in finish. Tools: tail comb, sectioning clips, 1

Romantic Crown Braid into Low Messy Bun — Braided Updo for Medium to Long Hair

This soft, romantic crown braid feeding into a low messy bun suits medium to long lengths and works best on fine-to-medium or slightly thick hair with natural wave or light texture. Technique: create a Dutch/French braid along the hairline on one or both sides, feed sections toward the nape, pancake the braid slightly for width, then gather remaining hair into a loose twisted bun and pin discreetly. Tools needed: rat-tail comb, sectioning clips, small clear elastics, bobby pins (open and U-pins), and a 1 curling iron if you want to add loose waves. Products required: lightweight texturizing spray or sea-salt spray, heat protectant, smoothing serum for flyaways, and a flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: intermediate — plan 20–40 minutes depending on practice. Salon tips: start on second-day hair for better grip, anchor the braid with an elastic before pinning, and hide pins inside the bun. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo or texture spray, re-pancake the braid to restore volume, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or use a loose wrap to preserve shape.

Textured Braided Crown Updo — Loose Romantic Upstyle for Medium to Long Hair

This soft, textured braided crown updo suits medium to long hair and works well on fine, medium or thick textures — especially on hair with natural wave or on straight hair pre-textured with heat. Technique: create a deep side part and apply a texturizing base, then pick up hair into sections and braid a loose Dutch/French crown along the hairline, incorporating hair toward the back; gather remaining hair into a low twisted bun and pin the braid over/around it. Gently pancake braid loops for volume and pull a few face-framing pieces free for a relaxed finish. Tools needed: tail comb, sectioning clips, elastic bands, assorted bobby pins, paddle brush and optional 1

Thanks for browsing my 28-style gallery — I hope you found looks that inspire your next salon visit. As a pro stylist, my top advice is to start with a consultation: bring images from this post, discuss growth patterns, and set realistic timelines for cuts or color. For at-home care, use heat protectant before styling, a color-safe shampoo and conditioner, and a weekly deep-conditioning mask. Schedule trims every 6–12 weeks for most short to medium styles, and every 8–12 weeks for longer layers to avoid split ends. For textured or curly hair, incorporate a lightweight leave-in and a diffuser on low heat; for fine hair, choose volumizing products and a blowout technique that adds root lift. If you’re changing color, plan maintenance and invest in professional toners and at-home color-safe treatments. Book a consultation with your stylist to adapt any of these 28 looks to your face shape, hair density, and daily routine — tailored technique makes all the difference.